Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for San Angelo
Texas residential services run Monday through Friday. Please refer to your neighborhood's specific zoning map for your exact day.
State Mandate
Bag all trash to prevent pests.
City-issued Cart (Tan) Bin (Trash)
Place your cart at the curb or alley by 7 a.m. with handles facing your home. Emptied carts must be returned to your home by noon the following day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Bagged trash
City-issued Recycling Cart Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected every other week on your designated garbage day. Briefly rinse out all plastic and metal containers before tossing them in.
Accepted Items
- ✓No. 1 plastics (soda, water bottles)
- ✓No. 2 plastics (milk jugs, detergent bottles)
- ✓Cardboard
- ✓Paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Household garbage
- ✕Food waste
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is collected as part of your bulk pickup week. It must be bundled and securely tied in 4-foot lengths.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree limbs
- ✓Brush
- ✓Storm debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Alternating weeks (every other week)
Placement
Place bulk items at least three feet from your trash bin and five feet from parked vehicles. Make sure they do not obstruct sidewalks or the path of the automated truck arms.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Bundled tree limbs (4-foot lengths)
- ✓ Appliances (without Freon)
- ✓ Large items that do not fit in the trash cart
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household trash
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Concrete
- ✕ Construction or roofing materials
- ✕ Glass
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Propane tanks
- ✕ Soil and rocks
Bulk collection is included in standard residential utility billing. Debris exceeding the size of a pickup truck bed will be left for your next scheduled bulk cycle, or you can haul it to the landfill.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
The San Angelo Landfill and Republic Services observe major national holidays. When a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, collections for that day and the remainder of the week are typically pushed back by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk and yard waste collections follow the exact same holiday delays as regular garbage pickup.
Always check your designated 'Red' or 'Blue' collection calendar or the city's interactive solid waste map for exact date adjustments during holiday weeks.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep the Ornaments Off Your Tree
If you are disposing of a Christmas tree as part of your post-holiday bulk waste, all decorations, lights, and tinsel must be completely removed. However, you are not required to cut the tree in half for it to be accepted.
Say No to Glass in Recycling and Bulk
San Angelo's recycling program and bulk collection services strictly prohibit glass of any kind. This means jars, bottles, and broken window panes must be safely wrapped up and placed directly into your regular household trash cart.
Keep Freon Out of the Landfill
Refrigerators and air conditioners cannot be dumped if they still contain refrigerants. Appliances containing Freon are considered hazardous and must have the chemical professionally evacuated, or you can take Freon-free metals to local recyclers like ACME Iron and Metal.
Seasonal Information
Summer
June - AugustHigh West Texas heat can quickly intensify odors inside your trash cart. Ensure all household garbage is tightly tied in bags before tossing it in the bin to prevent pests and keep your alleyways clean.
Spring
March - MaySpring thunderstorms often result in fallen tree limbs across the city. Remember that storm debris can be placed curbside during your designated bulk week, but it must be cut into 4-foot bundles to be accepted.
Winter Holidays
December - JanuaryThe San Angelo Landfill officially closes for major holidays including New Year's Day, MLK Jr. Day, and Christmas. Expect standard trash and recycling routes to slide by one day following these closures.
About San Angelo Waste Management
The Alternating Collection System
In San Angelo, managing your waste requires keeping a close eye on the calendar. Republic Services operates on an alternating schedule for recycling and bulk trash. One week is reserved for your recyclables, and the following week focuses on bulk item collection, both of which are picked up alongside your weekly regular garbage. Residents are assigned to either a 'Red' or 'Blue' collection calendar to ensure efficient routing across the city.
Free Monthly Landfill Access
Taking a trip to the local dump doesn't have to cost you extra. City residents who present their most recent water bill and a valid driver's license with a matching address can dispose of large items at the San Angelo Landfill on Old Ballinger Highway once per billing cycle at no charge. Additionally, Tom Green County residents can take advantage of a free monthly drop-off by bringing their current electric bill.
Automated Truck Clearances
The automated collection trucks used by Republic Services in San Angelo require ample space to safely lift and empty your carts. Solid waste guidelines strictly mandate keeping carts and bulk items at least three feet away from other objects, and a full five feet away from parked vehicles. Carts must be placed at the edge of the street or alley by 7:00 a.m. on collection day with the handles pointing directly toward your home.
Managing West Texas Storm Debris
When severe West Texas weather hits, dealing with downed tree branches can be a hassle. San Angelo allows residents to place storm debris out for regular bulk pickup, provided that limbs are tied and cut into four-foot lengths. The haulers will collect up to a pickup truck's worth of bulk items per cycle. Anything beyond that limit will simply be picked up during your next scheduled bulk collection week.
Drop-off Facilities
San Angelo Landfill
3002 Old Ballinger Highway, San Angelo, TX 76903
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the alternating trash schedule work in San Angelo?
San Angelo residents receive regular garbage collection once a week. However, recycling and bulk trash alternate. One week your recycling cart will be serviced, and the following week, your bulk items will be collected. You can find out whether you follow the Red or Blue schedule by viewing the city's interactive solid waste map.
Can I take extra trash to the San Angelo Landfill for free?
Yes. City residents can drop off items at the San Angelo Landfill on Old Ballinger Highway once per billing cycle for free. You must bring your most recent water bill (a paper copy or on your mobile device) and a valid ID with a matching address. County residents can do the same with an electric bill.
What should I do with tree limbs after a severe thunderstorm?
Storm debris like tree limbs can be set out on the curb or alleyway during your scheduled bulk pickup week. You must bundle and tie the branches into lengths of 4 feet or less. The city will collect up to a pickup truck bed's worth of bulk waste per cycle.
Where should I place my garbage carts on collection day?
Carts must be set out by 7 a.m. or the night before, with the handles facing your house. It is absolutely critical to leave at least 3 feet of clearance between carts and bulk items, and 5 feet of clearance from parked cars, to allow the automated arms on the collection trucks to work safely.